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What is the Treasury's role?

The Treasury is the UK government department responsible for economic and financial policy. In this story, Treasury officials are noted for their desire to strengthen relationships and mitigate Brexit's economic consequences. This highlights their crucial role in advising on and implementing strategies to manage the national economy, including international trade agreements and financial stability.

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